Human resources, Volunteer coordinator

Role: HR Coordinator
Type: volunteer position
Organization: Canadian Conservation Photographers Collective
Location: The role can be completed remotely from anywhere in Canada.

About Us:

The Canadian Conservation Photography Collective (CCPC) was formed in 2021 with the objective of promoting conservation and science education through the production of strong, thought-provoking visual content.

The collective is composed of freelance photographers from across the country and from a wide variety of occupational training backgrounds including biology, education, journalism, social work, and business. We firmly believe that networking as a team and combining our strengths and experience dramatically furthers our ability to shed light on pressing conservation issues and to reach, inform, and engage a much wider audience.

Role Description:

We are seeking an organized, friendly, and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Volunteer HR Coordinator. Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Coordinator will play an important role in supporting the Collective's volunteers throughout their journey with the organization. This position involves communicating with applicants, coordinating interviews, assisting with onboarding and offboarding activities, maintaining volunteer records, and providing ongoing support to members. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in human resources, volunteer management, or nonprofit administration while contributing to wildlife conservation across Canada.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate with prospective volunteers throughout the recruitment process, responding to inquiries and providing updates on their applications.
• Schedule interviews between applicants and hiring managers, ensuring a smooth and professional recruitment experience.
• Assist the HR Manager with onboarding new volunteers, including preparing welcome materials and coordinating orientation activities.
• Support volunteer offboarding by assisting with exit processes and collecting feedback where appropriate.

• Maintain accurate volunteer records and ensure documentation is current and organized.
• Provide administrative support to the HR Manager on recruitment, volunteer engagement, and human resources initiatives.
• Serve as a point of contact for volunteers, helping answer general questions and directing inquiries to the appropriate team members.
• Assist with developing and maintaining onboarding resources, guides, and HR documentation.
• Help foster a positive, welcoming, and inclusive volunteer experience across the Collective.

Requirements:

• Passion for conservation and environmental sustainability.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.

• Comfortable using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Gmail) and learning new online collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a remote volunteer team.
• Previous experience in human resources, volunteer coordination, administration, or customer service.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting a national conservation organization.
• Gain practical experience in human resources, volunteer coordination, and nonprofit administration.
• Develop valuable communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Join a supportive and collaborative community of passionate conservation photographers and volunteers.
• Flexible volunteer hours and a fully remote work environment.

Apply for this role by completing the online application through the following link:

https://forms.gle/JKDJxrjLY33RUenh9

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Note: Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.